Imaging of Parasitic Diseases [electronic resource] /
Haddad, Maurice C.editor.
This book provides an overview of the imaging findings of parasitic diseases using modern imaging equipment. The chapters consist of short descriptions of causative pathogens, epidemiology, modes of transmission, pathology, clinical manifestations, laboratory tests, and imaging findings, with illustrative examples of parasitic diseases that can affect various systems of the human body. Tables summarizing key diagnostic features and clinical data pertinent to diagnosis are also included. This book is intended for radiologists worldwide.
Description based upon print version of record.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Imaging of Parasitic Diseases of the Central Nervous System -- Imaging of Parasitic Diseases of the Thorax -- Imaging of Parasitic Diseases of the Gastrointestinal Tract -- Imaging of Parasitic Diseases of the Hepatobiliary Tract, Pancreas, and Spleen -- Imaging of Parasitic Diseases of the Genitourinary System -- Imaging of Parasitic Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System and Soft Tissues -- Conclusions.
This book provides an overview of the imaging findings of parasitic diseases using modern imaging equipment. The chapters consist of short descriptions of causative pathogens, epidemiology, modes of transmission, pathology, clinical manifestations, laboratory tests, and imaging findings, with illustrative examples of parasitic diseases that can affect various systems of the human body. Tables summarizing key diagnostic features and clinical data pertinent to diagnosis are also included. This book is intended for radiologists worldwide.
Radiology.
Tropical medicine.
Infectious diseases.
Imaging / Radiology.
Diagnostic Radiology.
Tropical Medicine.
Infectious Diseases.